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DoorDash, like most other gig economy companies, is reliant on a business model whereby workers are categorized as independent contractors instead of as employees. But, unlike traditional independent contractors, "Dashers" don't have the ability to directly negotiate with the company.

"Axios on HBO" dug into this seeming discrepancy with DoorDash CEO Tony Xu, and also asked if he'd be open to Dasher unionization.

DoorDash CEO doesn't slam door on "Dasher" unionization

Unlike other independent contractors, "Dashers" don't have the ability to directly negotiate with the company.

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DoorDash, like most other gig economy companies, is reliant on a business model whereby workers are categorized as independent contractors instead of as employees. But, unlike traditional independent contractors, &quot;Dashers&quot; don&#x27;t have the ability to directly negotiate with the company.&quot;Axios on HBO&quot; dug into this seeming discrepancy with DoorDash CEO Tony Xu, and also asked if he&#x27;d be open to Dasher unionization.

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DoorDash CEO doesn't slam door on "Dasher" unionization

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